





Sukhā virāgatā loke
kāmānaṃ samatikkamo
asmimānassa yo vinayo
etaṃ ve paramaṃ sukhaṃ.
Freedom from lust is happiness in the world,
the going beyond all sensual desires.
But the crushing out of the conceit “I am”–
this is the highest happiness.
Udāna 2.11
Gemstones of the Good Dhamma, compiled and translated by Ven. S. Dhammika
Shi Heng Yi is the headmaster of the Shaolin Temple Europe 歐洲少林寺 located in Germany and belongs to the 35th Generation of Shaolin.
Every year there are several retreats that are taking place in the monastery where Master Shi Heng Yi is living.
Sadhguru talks about the importance of learning to be alone if we want togetherness to be rich and rewarding.
Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Maybe I’m a bird nerd, but every summer I log in my calendar when I see the first kōlea of the year. It’s one of those momentous occasions for me, seeing
Source: The Beloved Kōlea Birds Return to Hawaiʻi – Hawaii Magazine
The volcano is the first part of Maui you see through the airplane window, and while driving through Kihei, Wailea, or Paia, it occupies half of the sky.

A culture of acquiescing to Beijing’s censors is now the norm, and there’s little sign of it changing.
Source: How Hollywood Sold Out to China
Feral cats and off-leash dogs are killing wedge-tailed shearwaters at Kauai’s Makahuena Point. Efforts to stop the carnage so far haven’t worked.
Source: Native Seabirds Keep Turning Up Dead On A Popular Kauai Walking Trail
Before the advent of trans-Pacific passenger air travel. Before there were world-renowned resort areas such as Waikiki and its neighbor island kin.
Source: A Look Back at Hawaii’s Earliest, Most Historic Hotels – Hawaii Magazine
You wouldn’t expect a slippah store to be a place for learning strategy, but in Kaua‘i’s Kapa‘a town, that’s exactly what Sole Mates turned out to be when
Source: Learn the Hawaiian Strategy Game Kōnane on Kauaʻi – Hawaii Magazine
A group of wet-haired kids pours out of a traditional Hawaiian canoe on Waikiki’s Kuhio Beach, smiling and laughing. The kids are from Waimanalo, a rural
Source: How Waikiki’s Legendary Beach Boys Defined Aloha – Hawaii Magazine

Meet our own 14th dan Reiki Grandmaster and Melchizedek High Priestess Melissa Gardner from Witchita, Kansas! HPS Melissa is a member of our main Hālau located in Elk Grove, California. Congratulations on your promotion, Melissa!
Paul Massey is alone in the middle of a forest. To the untrained eye, the sylvan backdrop could look like any of Kaua‘i’s many rich, verdant wooded areas.
Source: This Kaua‘i Food Forest Provides More Than Just Food – Hawaii Magazine








“I think you can go thinner,” says Lisa Schattenburg-Raymond, leaning over my work with a critical eye. I nod seriously, like a good apprentice, but feel
Source: Rediscovering the Art Form of Hawaiian Kapa – Hawaii Magazine

A nightly Manta Talk in the Manta Learning Center.
Photo: Courtesy of Sheraton Kona
Manta rays are big business in Kailua-Kona, where local outfitters […]
Source: The Cultural Significance of the Manta Ray in Hawaii – Hawaii Magazine
Maikā’i kākahiāka a pau a me Hauʻōli Aloha Pōʻalua. Lana kā manāʻo he lā pōmaikāʻi kōu. ‘O kā maluhia nō me ‘oe.


Standing on the rocky cliffs at Ka Lae, I find joy in the fact that I, along with a handful of other visitors and local fishermen, am at the southernmost
Source: Hawai‘i Island’s Ka Lae is Full of Hawaiian History – Hawaii Magazine





Akkodhena jine kodhaṃ;
asādhuṃ sādhunā jine;
jine kadariyaṃ dānena;
saccenālikavādinaṃ.
Overcome the angry by non-anger;
overcome the wicked by goodness;
overcome the miser by generosity;
overcome the liar by truth.
Dhammapada 17.223
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

Aries – OYSTER: The oyster is a sign that it may be time to clear your mental and emotional state. What thoughts are serving you and what thoughts can you let go of? When you start to look at the lessons behind every experience, you’ll begin to find the hidden treasure.
Taurus – FLY: One of the most misunderstood cosmic creatures, flies are incredibly important to the cycle of life. It may not be glamorous, but flies do what they need to do to get the job done. Let the fly serve as a reminder that you have what it takes to survive anything that comes your way.
Gemini – FLAMINGO: Standing on one leg, the flamingo can remain balanced amid chaos and connects you to your center of gravity. This cosmic creature urges you to stay strong and focus on one point. An incredibly social bird, it also encourages you to try something new and have some fun!
Cancer – ELEPHANT: A gentle giant, the elephant asks you to step up your leadership skills to build your community into the harmonious herd you envision. Family is of paramount importance to this great creature – allow it to guide you into deeper connections with the people you call family.
Leo – DOLPHIN: Highly intelligent and playful, the dolphin is a reminder to have more fun and not take life so seriously. It encourages you to let go of the expectations you’ve set for yourself and enjoy each moment for what it is.
Virgo – DOG: Known as “man’s best friend” the dog reminds you to embody the traits of loyalty and unconditional love. This well-loved cosmic creature helps you see humanity beyond its imperfections and connect to the commonalities that exist between us all.
Libra – CAMEL: The camel guides you to find your own inner oasis. It encourages you to find your happy place and retreat into it whenever you need space to restore your reserves. Remember, this doesn’t have to be a physical spot – it can also be a stillness in the mind.
Scorpio – CARDINAL: The cardinal carries messages of romance and encourages you to confidently declare your desires. A sign of loyalty and devotion, the cardinal could be a sign that you’re ready to settle down and start your own family, or deepen your relationship with your existing family.
Sagittarius – CAT: The cat guides you to unveil your own magic by following your curiosity, taking back your personal power in your process. This cosmic creature is also a sign of patience, as it takes time before pouncing on its prey, just as you will when you’re ready to jump on the right opportunities.
Capricorn – SNAKE: When the snake slithers into your awareness, you are being transformed. The snake reminds us that having control is an illusion, and the only sense of control lies within. Your power is ready to be reclaimed, so take it!
Aquarius – WHALE: Wisdom, vessel, depth. Processing wisdom as deep as the ocean, the whale implores you to dive deeper into your soul and explore the emotions that run through you. It asks you to regulate your mind and emotions, so you can become the commander of your own ship. Big things are coming, you’ve just got to wait for the right wave.
Pisces – UNICORN: Unique, purity, magic. A creature of pure magic, the unicorn appears in your life when you’re being guided toward the most authentic parts of yourself. It represents innocence, and asks you to connect with your inner child, guiding you toward your heart’s greatest pleasures, providing protection along the way.

Monday – SODALITE: Known as the “logic stone,” sodalite is known to clear mental confusion and enhance analytical and creative problem-solving. it also helps ease anxiety around emotions and calms inclinations toward flighty feelings.
Tuesday – RED JADE: Red Jade is as tone of power, able to release anger in constructive ways that solves problems. This stone enhances passion, vitality and strength. It gives you the courage you need to take action and move decisively.
Wednesday – TANZANITE: Metaphysical abilities are enhanced with this stone, creating a direct line of communication between you and your spiritual team. Tanzanite unveils your true path, acknowledging that your journey is in constant flow. Trust your path.
Thursday – SEPTARIAN: Known as the “dragon stone,” septarian instills fierce confidence and self esteem, especially in front of an audience. It also protects your privacy, guarding your secrets and valuing your inner space.
Friday – OBSIDIAN: Dark and mysterious, obsidian reaches into the depths of our shadows, shedding light on what needs to be healed in order to move forward. Use obsidian as a shield against psychic attacks and to ground your base chakra back to Earth.
Saturday – GREEN CALCITE: An attractor of abundance, green calcite surrounds you in a forest of clarity, positivity and heightened awareness. It transmutes stagnant, old beliefs into the courage to explore outside your comfort zone.
Sunday – RAINBOW AURA QUARTZ: Amplified with enhanced healing properties, this stone is able to heal human energy fields by infusing the aura with rainbow light. It’s inspires you to live your life in color while working to repair and release blocks.
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